The effects of marijuana can include short-term memory loss, mild hallucinations, and an impairment of physical and mental functioning. Proponents of marijuana have claimed that it has medicinal benefits although other treatments can also deliver these benefits to various ailments without hallucinations and the impairments to judgment. Some have advocated for decriminalization. <ref>[http://www.leap.cc Law Enforcement Against Prohibition]</ref>. Many people of varying political alignment advocate its legalization. <ref>http://www.lp.org/issues/lp-oss.shtml</ref>
Most [[conservative]]s , especially social conservatives, oppose legalization of marijuanain any form, believing any usage of mind-altering substance is immoraland inimical to conservative values. However, there are exceptions, such as [[William F. Buckley]] and [[Larry Elder]]. Some [[liberal]]s support legalization, but most instead advocate for drug treatment and rehabilitation. [[Libertarian]]s are usually the staunch supporters of marijuana legalization.
A religious or sacramental use of marijuana is reported in various cultures such as those of the Rastafari movement or the Sadhus of India. Use of marijuana in a religious capacity is legal for members of the Native American Church, however, members must be registered with the Church and government.{{fact}}